Indiana University Application Essay

“Why Indiana University?” Well for starters I was born and raised in Indianapolis, Indiana surrounded by the ones I love. As a child I was never really into dolls like other girls, instead I enjoyed role playing. I would play house, chef, doctor, and even cops. As I grew older that’s when the questions started to form. I remember being asked all the time “What do you want to be when you grow up?”, and at first I admit I didn’t really know, but I remember seeing a movie about being a lawyer and that immediately sparked my interest; so I decided that’s what I wanted to be. I always knew that I wanted my career to be based on the moral of helping others, whether that be adults, teenagers, or children I knew I wanted to help people and make a difference
The qualities I see in myself and that others see in me are all qualities that I feel a pediatrician should have. I have such a passion for pediatrics and my compassion to help the sick get well and the healthy stay healthy will take me far in life. I know that I can succeed in pediatrics because that is truly where my heart lies. One of the main reasons I chose Indiana University was because they allow endless opportunity to gain knowledge; there is always more to learn. They allow for research opportunities, internships and there is also options for leadership as well, all things that I can see myself pursuing. I feel that Indiana University will prepare me for not only being a leader, but will allow me to have endless opportunity to work in my field of study. I see myself as a positive role model and I hope to express that when attending Indiana University. Overall I plan to make the most of my college experience by obtaining as much knowledge in my field as I can. And I wish to graduate college feeling accomplished, equipped, and able to help young people and their families in the future journey’s of my